måndag 23 februari 2009

... it's just that mainstream or big underground New York acts aren't dominating the scene like they did in the eighties and nineties. And full lenghts from Raekwon, Saigon and Cormega doesn't seem to be happening right at this moment.

Right at this moment, you need to check for rap music that makes you listen on repeat in other places.

BLVD ST is a good place to start, 'cause it's all about southern hiphop, new and classic. If you, like me, until quite recently only knew about the biggest Southern names like Geto Boys, Outkast, Goodie Mod, it's a mine of gold. If you don't know about rappers like 6 Two, or K-Rino, or Attitude, or Marcus - get familiar.

måndag 9 februari 2009

"Japanese artist So Inagawa has a very distinctive style, combining the clicky minimal side of house with melodic bass lines and synths. The release is packed full of catchy little hooks that are bound to get those booties shakin' and keep those feet tapping."